VL1000 ERS Luminaire User's Manual - Vari-Lite

INSTALLATION : POWERING UP
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Power Up and Configuration Procedure
Use this procedure when powering up a luminaire that has not been previously configured. (Refer to
“Power-Up and Configuration Overview” on page 25.)
Note: Refer to Chapter 4: Menu System for detailed instructions on menu functions.
CAUTION: Before applying power, be sure the luminaire is hung or positioned so that the head and
yoke can move freely without restriction.
To configure luminaire at power up:
Step 1. At each luminaire, apply power by switching on power source.
Step 2. For unconfigured luminaires, menu will display LampType. Press [Enter] to move to next
level.
Step 3. Press [Up]/[Down] to toggle options. Choose either Arc or Incand by pressing [Enter].
Note: If Arc is selected, the menu system will update to include the Dimmer, DMX, and Manual
commands. (Dimmer will be added even if no dimmer is present.)
Step
Step
4. Press [Up]/[Down] to select Shutter. Press [Enter] to move to next level.
5. Press [Up]/[Down] to toggle options. Choose either Yes or No by pressing [Enter].
Note: If the luminaire is configured NOT to have the shutter system, the menu will automatically
update to include the beam-size iris assembly (even if one is not present), DMX, and Manual
commands.
Step
6. Luminaire will display Starting for 10-15 seconds, and then automatically step through
following procedure:
a. For Arc lamps:
1) If Lamp Power-Up State is set to Lamp On, lamp will strike (ignite).
2) Luminaire will cycle through calibration and stop at "home" position.
3) If Lamp Power-Up State is set to Cal On, lamp will strike (ignite) at end of
calibration sequence.
b. For Incandescent lamps:
1) Luminaire will cycle through calibration and stop at "home" position.
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